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KAKANDE HANNINGTON

WAKISO

Summary

Civil and environmental engineering undergraduate with excellent software design, construction management, and environmental impact assessment skills committed to developing sustainable infrastructural plans, ensuring quality works, and environmental conservation. Hardworking and seeking to use my knowledge to ensure sustainable infrastructural development in Uganda through collaboration on innovative solutions in highway engineering by leveraging research and optimizing road design for efficiency.

Having Undertaken internships at highway industry-leading organizations, such as the Ministry of Works and Transport, Kampala Capital City Authority, and Uganda National Roads Authority, developed sector knowledge, gained hands-on experience, and expanded transferable skills such as communication and analytical skills. The experience with these organizations allowed for building problem-solving, concentration, and teamwork skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Intern

Ministry of Works and Transport
Kireka, Wakiso District
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.

Project Intern

Uganda National Roads Authority
Kampala, Kampala District
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Used the Microsoft Project Software to develop schedules and manage tasks
  • Designed road sections using AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Assisted in quality assurance of bituminous and non-bituminous materials on the Najjanankumbi-Busabala Road Project in Kigo.
  • Actively participated in brainstorming sessions for concept development and idea generation, bringing fresh perspectives to established processes.

Project Intern

Kampala Capital City Authority
Kampala, Kampala District
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in placing garbage skips to ensure proper disposal and management of solid waste in various locations around Nakawa.

Project Intern

Ministry of Works and Transport
Kireka, Wakiso District
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Used laboratory and field equipment to assess the quality of various construction materials at the Central Materials Laboratory in Kireka.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil and Environmental Engineering

Uganda Christian University
Mukono
01.2021 - Current

UACE -

St. Mary's College, Kisubi
Entebbe, 113
01.2019 - 01.2020

UCE -

St. Mary's College, Kisubi
Entebbe, 113
01.2015 - 01.2018

PLE -

Mugwanya Preparatory School, Kabojja
Wakiso
01.2010 - 01.2014

Skills

  • Construction supervision

  • Quality control

  • Road safety compliance

  • Environmental compliance

  • Analytical skills

  • Problem solving skills

  • Data collection

  • Report writing

  • Quality assurance

  • Laboratory tests

  • Analysis

  • Interpretation of results

Certification

Member of the Uganda Institute of Professional Engineers (UIPE), Active member of a professional engineering body dedicated to the advancement of the engineering profession in Uganda since 2021.

Accomplishments

  • Completed a final year project in creating sustainable brick products using a blend of clay soil and sodium silicate-activated granite dust at Uganda Christian University to solve the challenge of bricks with low compressive strength.
  • Developed a house plan and led the site layout activities for a simple house structure at Uganda Christian University under the course unit Construction Technology.
  • Led the team for design limitation identification and developing plans for a water supply system at the UCU stormwater pond under the course unit Water Supply and Demand.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Participated and emerged winners out of eight teams in the Uganda Christian University Ultimate University Quiz Team Championship in 2024. Participated in community football games for the Rotaract club of Uganda Christian University.

Scanned Attachments

Find attached the scanned copies of the certificates and internship placements at the end of this Curriculum Vitae.

Personal Ability

Flexible, reliable and possess excellent time keeping skills. Enthusiastic, self-motivated, responsible and hardworking person capable of adapting to all challenging situations. Able to work well in a team environment through collaboration and with integrity for shared success.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 03/11/02
  • Nationality: UGANDAN

Training

  • Engineering Symposium, Uganda Christian University, How to integrate ourselves into the workspace, Vice President of UIPE
  • Renewable Energy Conference, Speke Resort Munyonyo, Developing green energy and water conservation measures for sustainable development.
  • Boundless Minds Mentorship, Online, Budgeting, financial management, proper business communication and problem solving through problem identification, Benjamin Rukwengye

Timeline

Intern

Ministry of Works and Transport
06.2024 - 07.2024

Project Intern

Uganda National Roads Authority
05.2024 - 07.2024

Project Intern

Kampala Capital City Authority
06.2023 - 07.2023

Project Intern

Ministry of Works and Transport
04.2023 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Civil and Environmental Engineering

Uganda Christian University
01.2021 - Current

UACE -

St. Mary's College, Kisubi
01.2019 - 01.2020

UCE -

St. Mary's College, Kisubi
01.2015 - 01.2018

PLE -

Mugwanya Preparatory School, Kabojja
01.2010 - 01.2014
KAKANDE HANNINGTON